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Grand Canyon Education is hiring a Curriculum Developer. The role involves working within Grand Canyon University’s Curriculum Design and Development department, focusing on course development and collaborating with academic experts to ensure the creation of quality educational content.

Highlights

Develops new courses using instructional design techniques and facilitates design meetings.
Manages multiple projects, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards are achieved.
Requires a Master's degree (preferably in curriculum or instructional design) and at least 2 years of related experience.
In-depth knowledge of learning theories, instructional design models, and the Microsoft Office suite is required.
Engages in needs analysis and communicates regularly with development stakeholders.
Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401K plan, and education discounts.
Offers a generous time-off plan with 11 paid holidays and volunteer time.

Curriculum Developer I Full Description

AZ Phoenix

Full time

Come Grow with Us

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.

Grand Canyon University’s Curriculum Design and Development department is seeking a Curriculum Developer to join our team! This position will liaise with academic constituents and subject matter experts for the timely development and delivery of quality courses.

While this position is a Phoenix, AZ based role, we are in an indefinitely remote status. There may be department meetings or trainings that require in-person attendance (proper health and safety measures will be followed), in which advance notice will be provided. This position is only open to AZ residents.

What you will do:

Develops new courses using instructional design techniques.
Facilitates design meetings with faculty and professional practitioners.
Collaborates with the Instructional Designer, Editor, SMEs, and project stakeholders to achieve development goals.
Manages multiple course development projects simultaneously by prioritizing project deadlines.
Works extensively with stakeholders and SMEs to perform needs analysis, develop learning objectives and design deliverables that meet the learners’ and stakeholders’ needs.
Maps course topics, objectives and competencies into program designs to demonstrate that standards are met.
Meets quality, productivity, and service standards established by department.
Follows a course revision schedule in accordance with advances in technology and developments in the field of study.
Adheres to available guidelines, polices and technologies to accomplish and track project life cycle.
Maintains regular and frequent communications with development stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of projects.
Takes appropriate actions to identify, investigate, and resolve issues as quickly as possible and understands when best to escalate due to potential impact of issue.
Researches new products and reviews existing product performance; recommends changes.
Engages in a variety of relevant learning opportunities that will enhance on the job skill capacity and knowledge.
Performs additional duties as required.

What you will have:

Master's degree required (preferably in curriculum or instructional design)
Minimum of 2 years of curriculum development or instructional design experience
Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models and methodologies
Ability to facilitate-to-consensus (act as balancer of interests vs. positions among the many clients involved in a course transformation)
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaborative in a service-oriented, supportive environment
Excellent attention to detail and skills in communication, presentation design and delivery, and data collection and analysis
Results oriented and able to organize and independently manage various projects simultaneously
Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills
Able to demonstrate a sufficient level of analytical and strategic thinking to plan and manage designated projects to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget
Ability to clearly articulate problems and/or issues and research resolutions prior to management escalation
Able to communicate effectively, provide intelligent and persuasive guidance, and manage each development project to meet both deadlines and quality standards
Thorough knowledge of project management methods and procedures
Computer skills: Excellent skill in Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn additional software as needed.
Writing and communication skills: Excellent knowledge of grammar and command of the English language.
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCE:

Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
We also offer full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

Original Job Description

AZ Phoenix

Full time

Come Grow with Us

What you will do:

Develops new courses using instructional design techniques.
Facilitates design meetings with faculty and professional practitioners.
Collaborates with the Instructional Designer, Editor, SMEs, and project stakeholders to achieve development goals.
Manages multiple course development projects simultaneously by prioritizing project deadlines.
Works extensively with stakeholders and SMEs to perform needs analysis, develop learning objectives and design deliverables that meet the learners’ and stakeholders’ needs.
Maps course topics, objectives and competencies into program designs to demonstrate that standards are met.
Meets quality, productivity, and service standards established by department.
Follows a course revision schedule in accordance with advances in technology and developments in the field of study.
Adheres to available guidelines, polices and technologies to accomplish and track project life cycle.
Maintains regular and frequent communications with development stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of projects.
Takes appropriate actions to identify, investigate, and resolve issues as quickly as possible and understands when best to escalate due to potential impact of issue.
Researches new products and reviews existing product performance; recommends changes.
Engages in a variety of relevant learning opportunities that will enhance on the job skill capacity and knowledge.
Performs additional duties as required.

What you will have:

Master's degree required (preferably in curriculum or instructional design)
Minimum of 2 years of curriculum development or instructional design experience
Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models and methodologies
Ability to facilitate-to-consensus (act as balancer of interests vs. positions among the many clients involved in a course transformation)
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaborative in a service-oriented, supportive environment
Excellent attention to detail and skills in communication, presentation design and delivery, and data collection and analysis
Results oriented and able to organize and independently manage various projects simultaneously
Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills
Able to demonstrate a sufficient level of analytical and strategic thinking to plan and manage designated projects to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget
Ability to clearly articulate problems and/or issues and research resolutions prior to management escalation
Able to communicate effectively, provide intelligent and persuasive guidance, and manage each development project to meet both deadlines and quality standards
Thorough knowledge of project management methods and procedures
Computer skills: Excellent skill in Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn additional software as needed.
Writing and communication skills: Excellent knowledge of grammar and command of the English language.
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCE:

Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
We also offer full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

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